When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Bass Cat Puma 2010 and the Bass Cat Puma FTD 2012 are modified vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Bass Cat Puma 2010 at 20,3 ft versus Bass Cat Puma FTD 2012 at 20,3 ft. At 1 845 lbs and 1 825 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 300 hp, the Bass Cat Puma 2010 has a 100-hp advantage over the Bass Cat Puma FTD 2012's 200-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bass Cat Puma FTD 2012 carries 52 gallons versus 43 gallons in the Bass Cat Puma 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 6 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.